UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute

11/24/2025

These five gym mistakes are easy to make. Here’s what to do instead.

Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. But to stay healthy, it’s important to avoid mistakes in the gym that could lead to injury.

11/21/2025

Vibration plates are gaining popularity as a unique way to supplement traditional workouts. But do they offer any real fitness benefits?

Vibration plates are innovative devices designed to supplement fitness routines. Our expert explains how they work and the potential health benefits they may provide.

11/20/2025

After facing several ACL tears and a meniscus injury throughout her high school career, Kristen refused to give up.

With the support of Dr. Jacob Calcei and the team at the UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, she made an incredible comeback — finishing her senior year as a basketball and cross-country team captain and MVP.

Now in college, Kristen is inspired to help athletes like her and hopes to make it her career — using her own recovery journey to motivate and support others through theirs.

At University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute, we’re dedicated to helping athletes of every age and level recover, rebuild, and return stronger than ever.

11/19/2025

Tendinopathy is a common injury among distance runners. But it can happen to non-athletes as well. Here are the common causes and symptoms.

Tendinopathy is a common injury among distance runners. But it can happen to non-athletes as well.

11/18/2025

Exercise and physical activity can help reduce and prevent back pain. Here are five workouts to try at home.

More than half of all older adults struggle with back problems. Learn how exercise and better habits can help ease your back pain.

11/14/2025

Did you know dehydration can be influenced by how much sleep you get? Here’s why.

Do you wake up thirsty? If so, the reason may not be that you’re dehydrated from drinking too little water throughout the day.

11/12/2025

Should you keep exercising outdoors when temperatures plunge? Here’s what sports medicine experts recommend.

The cold weather may make you want to stay inside this winter, but research shows that there are unique advantages to working out in the cold.

11/10/2025

Did you know strength training after an injury can help expedite recovery? Pediatric orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Allison Gilmore explains how.

Strength training provides a number of benefits for children, especially kids recovering from sports injuries.

11/07/2025

Weighted vests seem to be everywhere lately. Is it a trend worth taking up? Sports medicine specialist Dr. Jacob Calcei explains.

A weighted vest adds load to your body, forcing muscles, bones and your cardiovascular system to work harder during movement.

11/05/2025

If you want to increase your physical activity while taking it easy on your joints, a water exercise program might be the solution. Here’s how to get started.

If you want to increase your physical activity without overstressing your joints, a water exercise program might be just what you're looking for.

11/03/2025

One of the keys to Cleveland Browns veteran Joel Bitonio’s incredible 12-year career in the NFL: expert care from University Hospitals and Dr. James Voos, Head Team Physician for the Browns. Learn how groundbreaking care has kept him on the field and doing what he loves at the highest level.

University Hospitals is proud to be the official healthcare partner of the Cleveland Browns and your hometown medical team.

11/03/2025

As winter sport season approaches, these four exercises can help reduce the likelihood of common skiing and snowboarding injuries.

Every year, over 600,000 people in the U.S. get injured while skiing and snowboarding. Here's how to avoid injury this winter.